Paris in May: weather & travel advice
Paris in May is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 19 °C (mild). With about 10 rainy days it is moderate.
Paris · MayPhoto: DXR · CC BY-SA 2.0Climate facts
- Day
- 19 °C
- Night
- 8 °C
- Rainy days
- 10 rainy days
- Sun
- 7 h/day
- Humidity
- 76 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachLimited58/100
City breakExcellent87/100
ActiveExcellent83/100
FamilyLimited58/100
In favour
- No particular highlights.
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
All months at a glance
6J
7F
12M
16A
19M
23J
25J
25A
21S
16O
10N
6D
10J
9F
9M
9A
10M
8J
8J
7A
8S
9O
10N
11D
Similar destinations in May
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Paris in May?
Daytime highs average around 19 °C, with nights around 8 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Paris in May?
On the long-term average, expect about 10 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.